- Jul 29, 2012
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The ds5 was cool because it looked like you didn’t care. When you put men’s mascara on it , it pretty much defeats the purpose.
Nike Lebron 20
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- May 10, 2013
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these time machines are nice. My sz 13 got dropped off today and they’re 
. Straight to foot tomorrow for work. The iridescent swoosh sets these off IMO.
. Straight to foot tomorrow for work. The iridescent swoosh sets these off IMO.
- Dec 19, 2012
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Finally got my shipping confirmation from Nike EU! CAN'T WAIT!
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formerly toine2983
- Dec 21, 2005
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Still waiting on my 10.5s to ship, also bought a pair of Freak 4s the very next day that haven't shipped either 
- May 11, 2012
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I played about 2 hours in these - here are my thoughts:
- there is absolutely a break-in period on these. The carbon fiber shank makes the arch area a little uncomfortable initially (I’d say 20 minutes or so) but once that gets broken in even the slightest bit, the shoe feels amazing on-court.
- cushioning is nice right out the box. For those who are copping to rock casually, the step in comfort is perfect. I have read and seen reviews that say the cushlon is too soft but I didn’t feel that way. The turbo unit in the forefoot isn’t super noticeable but after wearing them for over an hour you can feel the responsiveness while still being low to the ground. The heel zoom is super nice - it definitely feels like a high volume zoom unit and if you heel-strike these shoes feel amazing when doing so
- stability is just fine for me - another point of contention in some reviews but I had no problems whatsoever. The outrigger in the forefoot makes it easy to cut and feel secure without rolling your ankle over and the foot is super secure when laced down. No heel slippage and no issues with feeling unstable
- fit is perfect. I like my shoes on the snug side so I went TTS, but I can definitely see people going up half a size in these. My toe was basically at the end of the top of the shoe when laced, which is how I like my kicks for hooping, but if I rocked these casually I’d honestly grab a 0.5 size up
- traction is BEASTLY. The court I play on is an nba sized hardwood floor but it’s always a little dusty. I had absolutely no issues in the 2 hours I played and I didn’t even have to wipe down till near the end. It’s sticky, grippy, and great for multi directional movement and stops. Honestly, this traction might be some of the best I’ve ever experienced in a hoop shoe.
Overall, this might be my favorite shoe to play in when you look at it from all aspects: looks, feel, cushion, traction, fit, stability, etc. The one thing is the price tag - for $200 I doubt all colorways will sell out, but I can now see why people say these feel and play like old Kobes. For that reason alone, and with more people starting to like these across the board (especially those who aren’t super sneaker-head folks like us), I think these will sell really well. Definitely excited to get some more runs in with these!
Let me know yalls thoughts once you get to wearing them.
- there is absolutely a break-in period on these. The carbon fiber shank makes the arch area a little uncomfortable initially (I’d say 20 minutes or so) but once that gets broken in even the slightest bit, the shoe feels amazing on-court.
- cushioning is nice right out the box. For those who are copping to rock casually, the step in comfort is perfect. I have read and seen reviews that say the cushlon is too soft but I didn’t feel that way. The turbo unit in the forefoot isn’t super noticeable but after wearing them for over an hour you can feel the responsiveness while still being low to the ground. The heel zoom is super nice - it definitely feels like a high volume zoom unit and if you heel-strike these shoes feel amazing when doing so
- stability is just fine for me - another point of contention in some reviews but I had no problems whatsoever. The outrigger in the forefoot makes it easy to cut and feel secure without rolling your ankle over and the foot is super secure when laced down. No heel slippage and no issues with feeling unstable
- fit is perfect. I like my shoes on the snug side so I went TTS, but I can definitely see people going up half a size in these. My toe was basically at the end of the top of the shoe when laced, which is how I like my kicks for hooping, but if I rocked these casually I’d honestly grab a 0.5 size up
- traction is BEASTLY. The court I play on is an nba sized hardwood floor but it’s always a little dusty. I had absolutely no issues in the 2 hours I played and I didn’t even have to wipe down till near the end. It’s sticky, grippy, and great for multi directional movement and stops. Honestly, this traction might be some of the best I’ve ever experienced in a hoop shoe.
Overall, this might be my favorite shoe to play in when you look at it from all aspects: looks, feel, cushion, traction, fit, stability, etc. The one thing is the price tag - for $200 I doubt all colorways will sell out, but I can now see why people say these feel and play like old Kobes. For that reason alone, and with more people starting to like these across the board (especially those who aren’t super sneaker-head folks like us), I think these will sell really well. Definitely excited to get some more runs in with these!
Let me know yalls thoughts once you get to wearing them.
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Yeah thats him
- Jun 24, 2013
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Let me change what I say so I don’t get banned
. That comment crazy though
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I'm calling the police
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Nice. This is my experience too. I got the "Rashards" from finishline and have been loving them. Everything about them them is very good to excellent in terms of performance. Probably my favorite basketball shoe from from Nike and JB from the last year or two. Last week I grabbed the time machines and excited to see how they compare.
- Feb 23, 2006
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Have not got a pair yet, but a buddy of mine that wears orthotics did and it looks like he’s out on these. Said he can’t get the stock insert out to put his orthotics in. Said it’s glued into the strobel board. He did say whenever he puts his orthotics in lows there is the inevitable heel slip. So it may be for the best for him. Which would be bad for me as well. Been out on Brons since the 17’s because they didn’t fit well with orthotics.
Anyone out there tried orthotics with these yet?
Anyone out there tried orthotics with these yet?
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- May 11, 2012
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I wear orthos. If you can get the shoe to be colder (I know it sounds weird) it helps when trying to remove the stock inserts. When they get hot that’s when they stick more and rip. It happened to me before and I’ve spent so much time removing all the stuck pieces for my orthotics
- Feb 23, 2006
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Appreciate the info.I wear orthos. If you can get the shoe to be colder (I know it sounds weird) it helps when trying to remove the stock inserts. When they get hot that’s when they stick more and rip. It happened to me before and I’ve spent so much time removing all the stuck pieces for my orthotics
If you are wearing your orthotics with the Bron 20, any heel slip so far?
- Sep 19, 2012
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I wear Game Day pro’s with my hoop shoes.. always a better chance of getting insole out if you remove it before trying the shoes on. It’s the first thing I do now with a new pair of shoes
- May 11, 2012
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None whatsoever. Idk if people go half up if that would happen, but I went TTS and heel is very secure in these
- Aug 21, 2014
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No emails from Nike but I did get two notices just now from MyUPS that two packages from Nike are on the wayStill waiting on my 10.5s to ship, also bought a pair of Freak 4s the very next day that haven't shipped either
- Sep 29, 2008
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Secured the breds overseas 
You hit up your homie Rashard for that JD exclusive?
I have no idea who Rashard is.
Yes
I would have bought them but I’m not trying to get my guys at the shop in trouble for selling early.
- Jan 8, 2005
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Secured the breds overseas
- Aug 30, 2012
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They have no issue doing this for the Homies.
Could’ve just reached out to the homies.Secured the breds overseas
Can’t wait to get my pair of Time Machine today. That pic from the game last night made my day. It had both pairs I covet.
They have no issue doing this for the Homies.
Could’ve just reached out to the homies.
Can’t wait to get my pair of Time Machine today. That pic from the game last night made my day. It had both pairs I covet.
I don’t ask. Not worth risking trouble for these kids.
- Aug 30, 2012
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Bro it seems like they’re taking risks as it is lol. They wild.
- Jun 24, 2013
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Yea me too! Mine should be in Thursday! So when I post please don’t accuse me of supporting Rashard. I’m not one of the homies. I paid $246 with tax from id4shoes. Had eBay credit.Secured the breds overseas
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